Director Of People & Culture

SF Recruitment; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Director of People and Culture to lead HR strategy and foster an inclusive workplace. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in senior HR leadership, particularly in healthcare or charity sectors. This role emphasizes collaboration and values-driven culture to support teams effectively. Strong strategic thinking and organizational development skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior HR leadership, preferably in healthcare or charity sectors.
• Passionate about building inclusive and resilient workplaces.
• Experience in influencing at all levels and fostering a values-led culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a People and Culture strategy.
• Support leadership capability and succession planning.
• Oversee HR operations and compliance.
• Shape volunteer engagement strategies.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership capability

Organisational development

Inclusive culture building

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking a Director of People and Culture to provide strategic leadership across all areas of people, culture, and organisational development. Sitting on the Executive Leadership Team, the postholder will play a pivotal role in aligning the people strategy with the organisation's mission, values, and ambitious future plans. Working closely with senior leaders, this individual will lead initiatives in workforce development, staff and volunteer engagement, leadership capability, and EDI. The role will champion a values-led culture of compassion, inclusion, and high performance, ensuring that teams have the skills, support, and environment they need to thrive. This is a highly collaborative position, offering the opportunity to deliver organisation-wide impact whilst providing a best-in-class experience for colleagues and volunteers alike.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a long-term People and Culture strategy.
• Support leadership capability, organisational development, and succession planning.
• Embed inclusive, values-driven ways of working across the organisation.
• Oversee HR operations, compliance, and the effective use of people systems.
• Shape volunteer engagement and development strategies.

About You / Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record in senior HR leadership, ideally within the healthcare, charity, or other sector with a strong focus on volunteering.
• With strong strategic thinking and a hands-on approach, they will be passionate about building inclusive, engaged, and resilient workplaces through a focus on organisational culture.
• They will also be a values-led leader, capable of influencing at all levels and creating lasting cultural impact.